One of the 104 bridges... Photo

Photographer’s Note

During a mini cruise in one of the most known canals of Xitang, I saw this arch bridge,one of the 104 bridges of the city,with this superb reflection.

Xitang is in Jiashan County, Zhejiang Province.

The area has a flat terrain, and the nine rivers that run through the town divide it into eight parts. Xitang is known for its bridges, lanes, and ceilinged corridors. There are 104 bridges of varied structure, all from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, some looking like rainbows over the river, and others like long flutes.Standing on one of these bridges and watching the boats through a round opening, one feels drawn into deep meditation on the past.

Many of the shops and houses in Xitang are built on the riversides. There are a total of 122 lanes, long and short, wide and narrow. The lanes are paved with stone planks, polished by the feet of pedestrians as well as hundreds of years of weathering. Together with the black-tiled houses along the roads, the polished stone planks bear witness to the town's long history.

An advisor from the UNESCO World Heritage Center spoke highly of Xitang after coming here."Xitang is like the limpid and melodious music of a flute," he said. "People need to appreciate it with their heart."

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bema (9268) 2009-01-16 1:12

Kalimera Danos,

far away from home and found such a fantastic view.. great shot with very fine reflections on the water, like it a lot..

have a fine day, Yassou Bernd

dip (13064) 2009-01-16 1:17

Geia sou Dano,
epistrofi stin Kina:)
entuposiaki lipsi apo tin gefura kai tin antanaklasi tis sto potami,
an eixes mesa kai to kathreptisma ton duo anthropon tha itan kaluteri nomizo me teleia summetria,oxi pos tora den einai kali,
apla fantastiki!
Xaireto,
Dimitris

Budapestman (43344) 2009-01-16 1:19

Hi Danos,
Splendid shot with spectacular and elegant composition. The reflection is beautiful, the atmosphere is peaceful and tranquil. Picturesque place, I like it very much. Have a nice day!
George

Royaldevon (6026) 2009-01-16 1:21

Hello Danos,

After reading your interesting notes, I felt the quiet calm. Even the people have time to reflect ... just look at their body language!

Your pov creates an inescapable 'hole' through which we are drawn to see into the distance.
Lovely textural details and fine reflections in the water, all captured with a sharp focus.

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

mesutilgim (37597) 2009-01-16 1:24

Kalimera Danos,
Very good pov and wonderfull compo. Great reflections. As simple as a chinese painting.
Very good and usefull notes as well.
TFS and best regards
Have a nice weekend
Best regards
MESUT ILGIM

dta (6622) 2009-01-16 1:49

Hello DAnos ,
What a gorgeous reflection ! Not perfect , but isn'it better like this ?
Of course , this place seems to be a wonderful one to visit . With calmness and so interesting architecture .
Thanks for the share
DEnis

besnard (31362) 2009-01-16 2:12

Bonjour Danos
Un très joli cliché de ce pont et de son reflet remarquablement saisi, pont qui sert de décor à la vie de tous les jours.
Merci pour le partage et bonne journée.
Nicole

Longroute (10133) 2009-01-16 2:26

So you have been to China too!
No dodubt a pleasant and well done composition, both the reflctions and the trees give a particular atmosphere, and the light is so soothing. Great graphic effect.
Best greetings,
Donato

jonathan_hart (22767) 2009-01-16 2:51

nice reflection, the undulation is very good looking
excellent point of view
jc

rodgerg (25575) 2009-01-16 2:53

Hello Danos,

Very interesting and very nice too with a great prospect thanks a POV well selecetd. The two peoples on the bridge gives an interesting element of life. Congratulations for the superb reflections on the bridge. An another good photowork.
Best regards,
Roger

TGULUMSER (12528) 2009-01-16 3:24

Hi Danos,
A great view with an excellent POV and amazing reflections. The two men over the bridge add great to the composition. I admired this shot,
Best regards,
Tulay

Didi (36712) 2009-01-16 3:54

Yassou Danos
Interesting perspective thru the bridge arch.
Well done for this deep foreground.
I add this picture to my arch theme.
Best regards.

delkoo (35058) 2009-01-16 4:22

hi danos

Interesting image with a very well observed POV.
the picture is really beautiful and nicely shows the atmosphere!!

Best regards

Gerrit (36615) 2009-01-16 5:11

Hi Danos,
great view through that big eye. The composition is in excellent balance.
Regards, gerrit

belido (17203) 2009-01-16 5:57

Hi Danos,

it's just one of them...well I can tell you: it's simply beautiful!!! The reflction adds a lot to the compo. Love the intense colors and contrasts. Very good work!
Regards,
Carlos

gilou530 (35992) 2009-01-16 6:01

salut danos
une belle vue de ce pont toute en cercle avec ce reflet magnifique que tu as bien capturé,les personnages donnent bien l'échelle bien vu
amitiés
gilbert

asajernigan (14414) 2009-01-16 6:26

Danos,
This is a well composed shot using the reflection to create depth and balance. The lighting and colors are great with excellent sharpness and detail. The people on top of the bridge give the scene a nice sense of scale.
TFS,
Asa

saylan-cb (12726) 2009-01-16 6:42

Kalimera Danos,
The reflection is beautiful a very nice POV and great image the colours,the details are superb.
Have a nice weekend.
Regards

Graal (59144) 2009-01-16 7:19

Kalimera Danos,
beautiful old bridge and view. Nice composition and presentation. Fine reflections. An interesting note. Well photojob.
Gr., Aleksander

carper (66148) 2009-01-16 7:30

a fine one Danos,
the pov is good,
the looking through is well seen and very nice, good light, very nice photo job. have a nice weekend.
regard jaap

npecanhuk (15212) 2009-01-16 7:47

Hello Danos!
Wow, I really like this one!
Excellent pov and great composition! The symmetrical reflection is pretty eye-catching and truly beautiful!
Very good exposure and adequate sharpness!
TFS - Congratulations!
Warmest regards,
Neyvan

vasilpro (9823) 2009-01-16 8:24

Καλησπέρα Δάνο,
Πολύ όμορφη σύνθεση, πολύ όμορφη φωτογραφία. Τα χρώματα, οι αντανακλάσεις, το τοπίο όλα είναι τέλεια.
Χαιρετώ, Βασίλης.

josepmarin (34295) 2009-01-16 10:03

Hi Danos,
The reflections of the arch of this bridge on the canal form a perfect circle!
I like your low POV and the deep perspective that we see across this eye of stone.
It is a nice composition, very well seen, and with a good execution.
Best regards,
Josep

azaf1 (15615) 2009-01-16 11:08

Geia sou Dane afto ki an einai simptosi, ta dio asteria me tin idia idea gia parousiasi, to sfairiko gefiri. Apithani antanaklasi kai xromata mesa apo to kadro tou toxou.

Exairetiki
Argiris

Silvio1953 (43458) 2009-01-16 11:41

Hi Danos, fantastic reflections of a splendid bridge, great light and colors, have a good week end, ciao Silvio

ifanik (20696) 2009-01-16 12:05

Yperoxh foto file moy
Poly omorfh antanaklash poy denei me thn pragmatikothta sxhmatika alla kai xrwmatika
Poly kalh doyleia
Kalh xronia se esena kai thn oikogeneia soy
Xairetw
Nikos

paura (39632) 2009-01-16 12:47

Danos,
Uma imagem que é uma beleza, com formas bem definidas e interessante composição. Engenharia que é uma beleza.

Abraço

Paulo

Scharan (13955) 2009-01-16 13:04

Olá Danos

Uma bela composição...gostei muito dos reflexos tortuosos na água, formaram um bonito desenho. O pormenor dos rapazes em cima da ponte é bem interessante e as cores são muito bonitas.
GA
Vera

Morac (21167) 2009-01-16 14:15

Hello Danos,
Splendid shot with spectacular and elegant composition.
What a gorgeous reflection.
Regards
Marc

lc4giala (2186) 2009-01-16 14:27

Καλησπέρα Δάνο
μόλις είδα αναρωτήθηκα πως διακτινίστικες από το βυθισμένο χωριό του Μόρνου στην Κίνα, υπέροχη αντανάκλαση με πολύ καλή λεπτομέρεια και χρωματική απόδοση, τα συγχαρητήρια μου
χαιρετώ
Γιώργος

parbo (11054) 2009-01-16 16:42

Kalimera Dano,

The historical ambiance easily recognizable as you described in your well detailed note. Your POV is amazing with splendid and clear reflection of bridge while the canal is creating a good perspective and depth. Spectacular lights and blue on water with eye catching white facades, red lanterns too. Congratulations. Have a nice weekend. Ευθυμίες.

Χαιρετισμούς,

Ertugrul

gneufeld (15289) 2009-01-16 18:30

Hi Danos,
A great perspective here with the high arch bridge and a full reflection in the moving water. Nice colors and crisp sharpness. Well done and TFS. gerald

Emile (20177) 2009-01-16 21:12

Hola Danos.
Superb reflection, your composition is very good, great perspective and a clean shot from a good POV. Nice colors and beautiful bridge, wonderful way to capture the other side of the bridge with good clarity, depth and also good reflection. Thank you for your instructive note.
TFS.
Best wishes.

siolaw (25914) 2009-01-16 22:13

Hi Danos,
This bridge shape and its reflexions have a strong visual impact, and the people standing on it add interest to the scene... It looks like an intereting place to visit (I'm thinking to try and go to China, one of these days!)
Greetings
Laurent

danyy (69963) 2009-01-16 23:57

Bonjour Danos,
je ne pense pas que l'on pouvait mieux se placer que tu l'as fait ici pour prendrre ce pont et aussi ce canal sur lequel est il construite.
Prise d'assez bas, l'efficacité est totale.
Lumières et couleurs bien dosées.
Excellent week-end.
Daniel.

jafadabret (40717) 2009-01-17 0:59

Kalimera Dano.
Cette photo est superbe. J'aime la perspective qui est encadrée par l'arche de ce pont. Ce pont qui est lui-même une merveille fait avec son reflet un cercle du meilleur effet.
Bonne journée !
Jacques

aadilj (17950) 2009-01-17 1:23

I love this mirror...certainly my type of an image. Lovely pov and superb hues with the water surface well captured

ahmetgedikli (22249) 2009-01-17 2:07

Merhaba Danos,
Very beautiful composition. The POV, reflections and colours are superb. Well done.
Have a great weekend.
Ahmet

amaryllis (18012) 2009-01-17 4:06

Bonjour Danos
Chut! l'oeil nous regarde...sourires
une superbe photo de ce pont, je dirai meme de l'arche de ce pont et son reflet; les ponts sont nombreux à ce que je vois mais de par leur forme, ils sont spectaculaires
excellente réalisation
juliette

jhm (83802) 2009-01-17 7:40

Hello Danos,

Thank you very much for your excellent note too.
Great reflection of the bridge, certainly the round image show a wonderful mirror picture.
An excellent perspective, the leads us splendid to depth in background.
Composition and presentation are very well, TFS.

Have a nice weekend,
John.

Cricri (44153) 2009-01-17 11:19

Hi Danos
Trés belle effet de miroir du pont, excellent cadrage centré, perspective et reflets des côtés
une ambiance calme et tranquille trés agréable
Have a nice weekend
cricri

bakes888 (18353) 2009-01-17 16:23

Hi Danos. Excellent capture, it’s like a window on the river. Having the people on the bridge is a nice touch. Well composed and thanks for sharing.
Have a good Sunday, Paul.

gunbud (28325) 2009-01-17 18:47

Hi Danos,
Great POV catching this impressive arched stone bridge head on as its riffling reflection completely covers the foreground of this lovely image.
The colors are crystal clear with razor sharp detail. The folks looking down from the bridge add a nice warm touch to this winning composition.
Regards, Tom

jurek1951 (26176) 2009-01-17 21:01

Hi Danos,
Very interesting architecture. Original POV and composition.Marvellous lighting and reflex on water.
Georg

hatti52 (12654) 2009-01-18 1:48

Splendid image
Pov and perspective are great
my compliments

ymrk (9276) 2009-01-18 2:38

Danos;
Very symmetric views,different but beautiful reflexion.The mans on bridge,very different makes of compo.
Perfect details,with views!
Have a nice week end,

Yağmur

Jakab (3536) 2009-01-18 3:43

Hello Danos,
I like very much this composition: the bridge with its reflection forms a perfect circle through which we get access to the local "Canal Grande". Very nice!
Best whishes
Laszlo

syd1946 (17999) 2009-01-18 9:06

Γεια σου Δάνο,
Καταπληκτικη η φωτογραφια σου!Δεν ειναι μονο οι αντανακλασεις που γραφουν υπεροχα στο νερο, ειναι και οι δυο ανθρωποι που στεκονται στη γεφυρα και δινουν κατα τη γνωμη μου αλλη διασταση στο στιγμιοτυπο.Πολυ ωραιος και ο φωτισμος!

Τους φιλικους μου χαιρετισμους...μετα απο πολυ καιρ:)

Θωμάς

syrus_persia (2238) 2009-01-18 10:09

salam Danos
Amazing, really amazing - and most beautiful.
nice shot of the bridge,good POV and beautiful colors
TFS
cyrus

papagolf21 (57029) 2009-01-18 14:47

Bonsoir, cher ami Danos,
Encore un magnifique cadeau offert à la communauté de TE à travers cette superbe composition. Les mots semblent inutiles, la photo parle d'elle-même, il suffit d'admirer, de contempler et d'apprécier comme il se doit.
Amitiés.
Philippe

gracious (20017) 2009-01-18 16:01

Hello Danos,
What a great place to be like this well known place of Xitang!
Gorgious reflection well captured just formed a beautiful ring from the bridge!
many thanks for this wonderful sharing and the useful notes
take care and regards
Tony

pierrefonds (26835) 2009-01-18 17:05

Hi danos,

The reflections in the water are assets to the composition. The presence of the people has an effect of scale. THe point of view leads our eyes to infinity which is giving depth and perspective to the photo. The light is enhancing the colors of the scenery. Have a nice day.

Pierre

plimrn (19892) 2009-01-18 18:50

Kalimera Danos,
I really love the way the bridge and its reflection focuses attention down the canal lined with simple houses. It is just beautiful
HLJ, Pat

John_F_Kennedy (32340) 2009-01-18 23:02

I love this moody shot with the bridge and the reflections on the water. It's a wonderful shot.
Best wishes,
Achim

Atousa (3524) 2009-01-19 4:04

Salam Danos,

104 bridges! very interesting place .. your shot looks like a big eye to all those beauties one might see there.. beautiful reflection n shadows ..thanks for sharing.
Best regards, A

fulvio52 (8314) 2009-01-19 5:10

Ciao, Danos.
Great frontal framing of this most distinctive little bridge. The impact is huge, there's just no way to escape that hole and its powerful pull sucking the eye deep into the picture. Superb light management, splendid reflections. TFS!
Have a good day, my friend. I'll be seeing you.
Fulvio.

feather (50588) 2009-01-19 5:42

How thoughtful of those men to place themselves in the perfect position for your shot! ;D The circle made by the bridge and its reflection is an excellent feature of the image as our eye is drawn right through to the background. Good work
Kath

axiotea (16359) 2009-01-19 7:49

Hello Danos
Perfect reflection of the arched bridge which created a great visual impact! I like to see the village through it along the canal and the smooth texture of the water. A good capture of the couple on top of the bridge, adding life to the scene.
Ta leme
Marilyn

Waylim (11391) 2009-01-19 9:08

Danos,
Looks like you have been around the world. This is classic China image. There is a similarity to Venice but unmistakably Chinese. Great POV as we about to go under the bridge with you on the cruise. Great sharpess, clarity and composition. Excellent shot. Thanks
Way

barrufeto_77 (25957) 2009-01-19 11:56

Hi Danos.

Excellent reflection of course! Is a pity it's not complete but it's lovely anyway!

Rgs, Oscar

bracasha75 (22543) 2009-01-19 12:35

Helo Danos
Amaizing and what more
Excellent picture and other members have sayed alreday everithing
TFS
Cheers,Braca

chrisnet (20378) 2009-01-19 13:21

Hello Danos,
Very nice reflection here, good light and sharpness too, a very pleasant view, well done.
Regards
Christian

shevchenko (10196) 2009-01-19 18:17

Hi Danos,
Amazing pov shooting at the middle of river to show good balancing of symmetry, good capture to the reflection too, distinct color, lovely old architectures beside the river, informative note to introduce this district, well done.
Ally

MarcT (21105) 2009-01-19 21:59

Hi Danos,
Very nice symetrical POV. Beautiful reflections and excellent use of the water under the bridge to lead us far into the landscape.
Cheers
Marc

JCG (25911) 2009-01-20 3:02

Hi Danos,

Superb photograph, I like much your catch of sight with this bridge and its reflection which create excellent window on this pleasant background. Very beautiful management of the lights and the natural colors. I appreciate also the clearness of the image. A little romanticism that feels good, thank you Danos.

With all my friendships and a very good day,

Jean-Charles

Sne011 (3103) 2009-01-20 3:45

Geia sou Danos,
Am I the only one on TE who didn't leave a comment on this photo?? :)
Really attractive view through the ring made by the bridge and its reflection. Lovely composition with those two on top. Beautiful place and great capture!
Have a nice day!
Greetings from Belgrade,
Sneza

vinicio (22504) 2009-01-20 12:20

Hi Danos, a beautiful and perfectly done image, compliments, 104 bridges are a lot of opportunities for any photographer, this is a good place indeed :) Well done.
Ciao
Vinicio

AiresSantos (43298) 2009-01-21 0:51

Hi Danos
Beautiful vivid colours and fine reflections in this excellent photojob
I like the inclusion of people that give us a scale.
TFS and greetings
Aires

Bluejeans (33457) 2009-01-22 5:49

Ola Danos ,
Que beleza de foto bem simetrica , gostei muito do reflexo desta ponte , boa profundidade de foto , bonitos tons de azul , parabéns!!
Um abraço Gonçalo

emilbo (9753) 2009-01-22 16:01

Salut Danos!
Superbe photo et merveilleux reflets. Belle structure bien mise en valeur par le bel éclairage. Bonne composition et belle vue sur le canal à travers le cercle. les personnages donnent de la vie à la photo.
Mes meilleurs compliments,
Amicalement,
Emilius

clio (23463) 2009-01-23 15:54

Geia sou Dano,
Superb reflection indeed! This circle is perfect and really gives the impression that we are going to cross under the bridge in some seconds and to discover the magnificent succession of houses on the other side.
Great shot, bravo!
Filika
Diane

brano14 (2018) 2009-01-25 7:48

Hello Danos,
I've just created my theme "Old bridges",so this would a perfect addition to that gallery.
A perfect shot,amazing reflection and great story.
Thanks!
Brano

wolf38 (13187) 2009-01-26 9:24

Hello Danos. What for an aesthetic bridge. As by a round objective the viewer looks on the river landscape. A worth seeing shot. Best regards, Wolfgang.

stego (22500) 2009-01-27 14:49

Kalimera Danos,
I think that the first photos of yours I commented here were from this trip. It's a pleasure to see some more. You took good profit of the POV and the beautiful light to get a very attractive image of this fine bridge and its reflection on the smoothly swirling water.
Regards, José.

Angshu (34253) 2009-01-27 23:55

Hello Danos
Yes the reflection of the bridge is excellent almost completing a full circle. Light is good & so is the idea of inclusion of the two people up there. Perhaps you could have tried to get the full reflection, I don't know whether that was possible. Good work!
Regards
Angshu

Cormac (26461) 2009-01-28 8:33

Great shot! I like the positioning here, allowing us to see the perfect reflection of the arch, creating a circle. The circle is very powerful, peaceful and strong, giving the photo a great feeling. Having the people on top and looking down is a great touch too. Well done!

ls7902 (6412) 2009-02-03 2:56

Hi Danos,
Great reflection that form a nice circle to view the other side. The Chinese characters and architectures are unmistakably oriental. A bonus to have the couple enjoying the view as well. Regards. Latiff.

alainh (35391) 2009-02-08 1:12

hello Danos
it's the chinese Venise !!
a nice shot and the presence of these two persons is good for the composition.
splendid
have a nice sunday Danos
alain

nivaldo (13536) 2009-02-08 2:37

Hi Danos !
That´s an amazing shot!
I liked the reflexes at most! A great POV,too!
TFS.
Kind regards,
from RECIFE,
Nivaldo

COSTANTINO (23487) 2009-02-25 6:19

Geia sou Dano,
Entuposiaki fwto me omorfes antanaklaseis sto nero,yperoxa zesta xrwmata kai aristo POV,
SUGXARITIRIA,
XAIRETISMOUS,
Costantino

jakka84 (125) 2009-05-16 0:39

Hi Danos,
Nice capture and privilege POV.
This landscape, with the bridge and the circle in the middle creates a magical athmosphere. Good job!Have a nice day
Giacomo

quillo (7440) 2009-11-17 8:38

♥

Hola Danos ----------->

Encuadre, reflejos y profundidad .... excelentes,
me gusta esta foto con tus amigos disfrutando
de las vistas desde el puente.

Un saludo y feliz tarde.

♥